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<b>TOPIC: TRAVELINGListening and Speaking</b>

<b>A. Social Interaction (cần trả lời ít nhất 3 câu: 1. Direct answer of thequestion; 2. explanation; 3. Example)</b>

1. <i>On what occasion do you often go traveling? I often travel on holidays.Because at that time I do not have to go to school. For example: On Tetholiday or Independence day, people in my family usually have 3-4 days off.So I spend this time traveling with my family.</i>

2. <i>What is your favorite means of transportation when you travel? When Itravel, my favorite means of transportation is motorbike. Because it is aconvenient way to move from one location to another. Besides, I can alsosave money because the rental price is quite cheap, about 50.000 dong aday.</i>

3. <i>How often do you have a vacation? I usually have two vacations a year,Tet holiday and summer vacation. Because at that time I don’t need to go toschool.</i>

4. <i>Where do you often go on holiday? I spend most of my time staying athome or hanging out with my friends. If I have a plan to travel, I will visitthe famous landscapes of my hometown. </i>

5. <i>How much time/ How long do you usually spend on a trip? I usuallyspend at least 3 days on a trip to some place in my country. It is also thetime I am able to take off from work and study. I think 3 days is enough tovisit any destination.</i>

6. <i>What do you often do when you go on a holiday? I often enjoy the foodand visit famous local places. I also take photos to save as a memory.</i>

7. <i>Which place do you prefer to travel to? My favorite place to travel forholiday is Halong Bay. It is famous for beautiful scenery and a lot of great</i>

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<i>food. It is also my hometown so I can enjoy my holiday and visit my relativesat the same time. </i>

8. <i>In what season do you prefer to go on holiday? I prefer going on holidayin the summer. Because it has warm weather and is suitable for outdooractivities such as swimming, hiking, and sightseeing. </i>

9. <i>Are you planning on going anywhere for your next vacation? In my nextvacation, I am planning on going to Nha Trang. Nha Trang is a famousdestination in my country. It has a beautiful beach, a lot of delicious foodsand the price is reasonable.</i>

10. <i>Do you travel with a lot of baggage or do you like to travel light? I preferto travel light. Because bringing a lot of baggage is not only heavy but alsounnecessary. I often bring important things such as clothes, sunscreen,…</i>

11. <i>Do you prefer going abroad or going on holiday in your country? I prefergoing on holiday in my country. For several reasons. First, Vietnam is abeautiful country. There are a lot of famous and beautiful landscapes suchas Halong Bay, Traco beach. Second, traveling in my country is quite cheapso that I can save my money. I can spend around 5 million dong for a trip toDa Nang in 3 days. You cannot spend that amount of money if you go toanother country.</i>

12. <i>Do you prefer having a vacation on the beach or on a mountain? I preferhaving a vacation on the beach. Because it provides me the opportunity toenjoy activities like swimming, sunbathing, and beach sports. </i>

13. Have you ever hitchhiked (đi nhờ, bắt xe)? If so, how many times?

14. <i>Have you ever been abroad? No, I have not. Because visiting anothercountry is quite expensive that I cannot afford. Furthermore, I have toprepare many things if I want to go abroad such as money, passport,language so it will take a lot of time to get ready.</i>

15. <i>How many countries have you visited? I have never been abroad. But if Ihad a chance, I would like to visit China because my friends recommend it.</i>

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<i>It’s a beautiful country with a lot of landscapes and delicious food. I canspeak a little Chinese so that I can communicate with Chinese people whenI’m there.</i>

16. <i>Do you prefer summer vacations or winter vacations? Why? I prefersummer vacation because of the warm weather, longer days, andopportunities for outdoor activities such as swimming, hiking, andsightseeing.</i>

17. <i>Do you prefer traveling with friends or with your family? I prefertraveling with friends. Because friends often have the same interests andpreferences so it is easier to plan activities. They also help take beautifulphotos.</i>

18. <i>Do you prefer traveling in a group or traveling alone? I prefer travelingin a group. Because we can have a good time together and support eachother in some difficult situations. </i>

<i>19.Which do you prefer, a package tour or a self-organized tour? A packagetour is more convenient. The tour service will provide us with full facilitiesfor the trip such as transportations, food, accommodation and informationof the destination. We can save time and enjoy the journey. </i>

<i>20.What countries would you like to visit most? Why? Although I havenever been abroad. But if I had a chance, I would like to visit China becausemy friends recommend it. It’s a beautiful country with a lot of landscapesand delicious food. I can speak a little Chinese so that I can communicatewith Chinese people when I’m there.</i>

21. <i>Are you afraid of traveling alone? Of course, I don’t like traveling alone.Because when we go on a trip, we should go with friends or family so thatwe can have a good time together and support each other in some difficultsituations. </i>

22. Where do you prefer to stay when you go on vacation? (hotel, hostel,

<i>homestay,etc..) I usually stay at a hotel whenever I go on vacation. Hotels</i>

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<i>can provide private rooms, housekeeping services and even swimming pools,gyms, and spas.</i>

23. <i>Do you often buy souvenirs when you travel? Yes, I do. I enjoy buyingsouvenirs when I travel as a way to keep the memory of my experiences. Italso supports local businesses. I often buy local souvenirs such asspecialties, clothing, artwork and share gifts with friends and family.</i>

24. What are some things you always take with you on a trip? <i>The things Ialways bring with me on a trip are ID card, driver's license, cash, clothes,hat and sunscreen. </i>

25. <i>What are some great places to travel in your country? The Mong CaiInternational Border Gate is one of the first border trade gates with Chinabuilt in our country, which was built in 1991. They attract about 2 millionvisitors per year.</i>

<b>B. Topic Discussion</b>

<b>1. Travelling is the best way to learn. Do you agree or disagree? Why? </b>

<i>I agree that traveling is the best way to learn for several reasons.Traveling is one of the most exciting ways to learn about the worldaround us. </i>

<i>Firstly, We can learn about people and cultures when we come to newplaces. For example, we can taste sushi when we come to Japan. We canlearn about the culture of drinking tea in Japan.</i>

<i>Secondly, we can learn languages when we go traveling. Wherever yougo abroad, you will have a chance to communicate with native speakers.That is a good way to study and practice foreign language.</i>

<i>In conclusion, I think we can learn a lot when we travel.</i>

<b>2. In what way can travel broaden the mind? </b>

<i>I think that traveling can broaden the mind by several ways: </i>

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<i>Firstly, It allows us to gain knowledge of customs, traditions, and beliefs.Travelling makes me more open-minded, as I see different ways of living,eating, drinking, interacting with others. </i>

<i>Secondly, we can learn languages when we go traveling. Wherever yougo abroad, you will have a chance to communicate with native speakers. That isa good way to study and practice foreign languages and improve personalskills.</i>

<i>In conclusion, I think we can learn a lot when we travel.</i>

3. Traveling with friends is better than traveling alone. Do you agree or

<i>disagree? Why? I prefer traveling with friends. Because friends oftenhave the same interests and preferences so it is easier to plan activities.They also help take beautiful photos.</i>

3. Traveling by air is more convenient than traveling by sea. Do you agree

<i>or disagree? Air travel is generally faster than sea travel for longdistances. Flights can cover vast distances in a matter of hours, while seavoyages may take days or even weeks, depending on the route. Air traveltypically offers more flexibility in terms of scheduling, with frequentflights available to popular destinations.</i>

<b>3. It is important to have a careful plan when you travel alone. Do you agree</b>

<i>or disagree? Why? I strongly agree that it is important to have a carefulplan when you travel alone, for several reasons. Firstly, when you planyour trip carefully, you will have the best conditions to enjoy yourjourney. It makes sure that you have a list of things you bring with youand you won’t leave any important thing at home like: camera orsunscreen,…If everything you need is available and in your reach, youwill feel relaxed and comfortable. Secondly, travelers always have toprepare for many cases that may happen during the trip, especially whenexploring unfamiliar destinations. A careful plan may help you to ensure</i>

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<i>your safety. In conclusion, a plan seems like a map you need to followwhen you are on a trip by yourself. </i>

<b>Reading and writing</b>

Traveling alone seems scary if it’s the first time you are going to leave the comfort of home. You will probably think about the potential risks or difficult situations. What happens if I get ill, or have an accident? Isn’t it dangerous to go out alone at night? What happens if I get attacked? Isn’t it strange to eat at restaurants alone all the time? Most travelers have these worries and more before their first trip alone, but all these fears disappear when they see all the benefits of this great experience. Here I’m going to give you 3 tips on how to travel alone and have a good time: (1) It’s a good idea to go somewhere you can speak the language; (2) Sleep with the local people. Try to rent a room in an apartment. This will give you a connection with local residents and they can give you a lot of tips on what you can do; (3) Don’t be afraid of asking because asking can be an effective way to start a conversation and meet new people.

<b>1. It is important to have a careful plan when you travel alone. Do youagree or disagree? Why? Write a paragraph about 100 words to stateyour opinion.</b>

<i>Nowadays, more and more young people prefer traveling alone. There isan idea that “It is important to have a careful plan when you travelalone”. I strongly agree with this sentence.</i>

<i>Firstly, when you plan your trip carefully, you will have the bestconditions to enjoy your journey. It makes sure that you have a list ofthings you bring with you so that you won’t leave any important thing athome like: camera or sunscreen,…If everything you need is available andin your reach, you will feel relaxed and convenient.</i>

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<i>Secondly, travelers always have to prepare for many cases that mayhappen during the trip, especially when exploring unfamiliardestinations. A careful plan may help you to ensure your safety when youare on a trip by yourself. </i>

<i>In conclusion, to have a good time by yourself in a new place, a basicplan is to make sure that we have a map to follow, reduce stress andenjoy the trip.</i>

<b>2. Traveling with friends is better than traveling alone. Do you agree ordisagree? Write a paragraph about 100 words to state your opinion.</b>

<i>I agree with that sentence for several reasons.</i>

<i>Firstly, Traveling with friends is safer and cheaper. Your friends likeyour family when you’re traveling. And in case you feel unwell, theywill take care of you, help you buy medicine or take you to thehospital. You also can save a lot of money. Because You will have thechance to share your expenses such as hotel, food,… with otherpeople. </i>

<i>Secondly, Friends give you support during the trip. You always havesomeone’s got your back. For example, you won’t need to spend fiveminutes to find a stranger who will take your photos when you’retraveling with friends. Friends will do everything to take your bestprofile picture ever. </i>

<i>Overall, having friends when you travel brings you many benefits. SoI think….</i>

<b>3. Disadvantages of traveling by car</b>

<i>Traveling by car has several disadvantages:</i>

<i>Firstly, traveling by car is more expensive, you have to pay more for gas</i>

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<i>Secondly, it is quite hard to drive a car on a narrow road or in amountainous area</i>

<i>In addition, traveling by car may cause traffic jams in a big city. If youare stuck in the traffic jams, it will take a lot of time to get out of the traffic jam</i>

<i>In conclusion, even traveling by car has many advantages, it also hasmany disadvantages. We should research and choose the suitable means oftransportation.</i>

<b>4. Advantages of traveling by bike</b>

<i>Traveling by bike has several advantages:</i>

<i>Firstly, traveling by bike is a convenient and comfortable way to enjoythe trip. You can keep fit and relax by riding a bicycle. It offers me freedom. Ican stop at any place, go anywhere I want</i>

<i>Secondly, by traveling by bike, I will save a large amount of moneybecause I don’t have to pay for gas. It is also environmentally friendly.</i>

<i>In conclusion, traveling by bike has many advantages. If you plan totravel, it may be a good choice of transportation.</i>

<b>TOPIC: CITY/COUNTRYSIDE, FAMILY, HOBBYListening and Speaking</b>

<b>C. Social Interaction</b>

<i>26.What do you do in your free time? I am keen on cycling and listening tomusic, watching films, and calling mom. Because I think they are greatways to release stress after a long hard-working day. I often watchmovies with my besties on the weekend.</i>

<i>26.Do you often talk with your mom/ dad? Of course, as a habit. When I goto university, I will call to talk with them at least three times a week.26.What do you often talk about? About health, daily life, future plan,</i>

<i>sharing experiences and feelings. For example, If I have a problem, Ioften ask my mom for advice.</i>

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<i>26.What kind of music do you listen to? Pop music, rock, rap, blues, jazz,classic. I am crazy about pop music. Because It helps me feel the beatand relax. </i>

<i>26.Can you sing well? Not very well</i>

<i>26.How often do you go to a music show? Honestly, I have never gone to amusic show. Because I don’t like the crowds, I usually listen to music onYoutube, and spend time hanging out with my friends.</i>

<i>26.Do you think music is important? Make people closer to each other</i>

26.Do you like listening to music? 26.Who is your favorite singer?

26.Can you play a musical instrument?

26.Music helps us balance our life. Do you agree or disagree?

<i>I totally agree that music helps us balance our life for several reasons.Firstly, music can be used as a tool for reducing stress and it also boostsour mood. Therefore, music can help us maintain emotional balance.Secondly, for me and some people, music can help us concentrate betteron tasks, leading to increased productivity and a greater sense of balancebetween work and leisure.</i>

<i>With music, our life will be easier and more enjoyable. So I think musicabsolutely helps us balance our life.</i>

37.It is good to listen to music.

<i>37.It is said that music helps us relax. Do you agree or disagree? Absolutely!Music has been shown to have numerous effects on our emotions andwell-being, including relaxation. Listening to music can lower stresslevels, reduce anxiety, and promote a sense of calmness. Different typesof music may have different effects on individuals, as preferences varywidely. Some people find classical music or ambient sounds soothing,while others prefer jazz, folk, or even certain types of electronic music forrelaxation. Additionally, creating music through activities like singing or</i>

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<i>playing an instrument can also be a therapeutic way to unwind andrelieve stress. Overall, the power of music to help us relax is well-documented and widely appreciated.</i>

37.Listening to music brings us a lot of benefits.

<i> Make us happier</i>

<i> Lower/reduce stress and improve health Help us sleep better</i>

<i> Strengthen learning and memory Raise IQ and academic performance.</i>

<i> Keep our brain healthy/make us more creative</i>

<i> Make people closer to each other/connect people together40.Do you like cooking? Yes, I do. </i>

<i>40.Do you often eat outside? I do not often</i>

<i>40.What kinds of food do you like eating? I really like eating traditionalfood such as spring roll, noodles. Because they are delicious and tasty. Ioften eat traditional food on holidays such as Tet holiday and deathanniversary.</i>

<i>40. Do you like watching films? Yes, I do. I often watch movies with myroommate after dinner. We enjoy discussing how well the actors act.</i>

40.When do you often watch films?

<i>40.What kind of films do you like watching? I am not too fond of any kind offilms. I will research and choose a film which is highly appreciated bymany viewers. </i>

<i>40.Do you have any favorite color? I often pick up clothing items in whiteand black. But my favorite color is blue.</i>

<i>40.Why do you like this color? It relates to the feng shui, I believe that bluecolor can bring me luck.</i>

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<i>40.How often do you wear clothes in this color? I often wear clothing itemsin blue at least three times a week, especially when I have any importantexam</i>

<i>40.Do you live in the city or the country? Now i am living in a countryside40.Where would you rather live? In the city or the country? I would like to</i>

<i>live in the country. The countryside is full of fresh and clean air and isvery peaceful and quiet. It is not as noisy and crowded as in a city. Thereare less pollutants and traffic jams. Living in the countryside canimprove human health. People are friendly and gentle. In thecountryside, you can also find lots of fresh fruits, eggs, and vegetables.They are cheap and I can even grow food by myself. The cost of living islower.</i>

<i> Advantages of living in a big city: Firstly, it provides us with manyopportunities to build up our career as well as to get a good job.Secondly, a big city has many modern things. So that we can havea better living standard. Last but not least, the health care andeducation system in a big city is better. </i>

51. It is safer to live in the countryside

<i> There are fewer vehicles on the road, so there is less traffic. It issafer to travel in the countryside.</i>

<i> Clean food and fresh air are good for health.</i>

<i> There are fewer conflicts among people. So there are fewer seriouscrimes and social evils in the countryside.</i>

52.Do you live in a house, a townhouse, or an apartment? 52.How do you get around?

52.How is the traffic where you live?

<i>52.How is public transportation? Public transportation system is improvingwith the development of the metro system, it still relies heavily on buses.</i>

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<i>Buses are relatively affordable and offer a convenient way to get aroundthe city.</i>

52.How do you go to school?

<i>52. What is your favorite means of transportation? Bicycle; environmentallyfriendly. </i>

<i>52.What type of public transport can be found in your country? Bus, train,railway, metro system. </i>

52. Do you think that governments should encourage public transportation

<i>more? Yes, it helps to reduce traffic jams. Public transportation canprevent traffic congestion by reducing the number of vehicles on theroad. This can lead to fewer accidents, make roads safer. The amount ofgas emission into the air will be less. It will contribute to protecting theenvironment. The air will be cleaner. Traveling by public transportation,we can save money. It is cheaper than traveling by motorbike or by car. </i>

52. How to encourage more people to take public transportation?

<i>Improve the service, increase the number of public vehicle</i>

<i>Organize educational campaigns to raise awareness about the benefits ofpublic transportation, including environmentally friendly, and costsavings, and reduced traffic jams,</i>

<i>Offer affordable price options, such as discounted tickets for students,seniors, and low-income individuals.</i>

<i>Give the rule to limit the number of private vehicles on the streets/Give apolicy to encourage people to use public transportation more bydiscounting</i>

61.What are the causes and contributing factors to traffic congestion?

<i>Increases in population, especially in big cities, lead to more vehicles onthe road, resulting in congestion.</i>

<i>Construction projects, road repairs, and maintenance activities cantemporarily affect traffic flow, leading to congestion.</i>

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62.What measures should the government take to solve transportation problems?

62. Are there any public transport problems in your country?

62. What are the disadvantages and advantages of traveling by car/by bike?

<i> Disadvantage: It causes traffic jams. It is difficult to travel on smallpaths, or in mountainous areas. It is more expensive. We have to paymore for gas and road charges. </i>

<i> Advantage: It is more comfortable. It has an air conditioner. It isfaster, and it is more suitable for traveling a long distance.</i>

<i>65.It is great to travel by motorbike. Do you agree or disagree? Motorbikesgive us freedom and flexibility, allowing riders to move more easily andexplore roads that may not be accessible by larger vehicles. I can travelon any kind of road. I can change my schedule easily. I can feel the airaround you while traveling. I can become closer to nature.</i>

65.Are there many parks near your house?

<i>65.Can you recommend an interesting place to visit near your house? Tra Cobeach</i>

<b>Do you enjoy playing sports? As a student, it’s important to stayactive to maintain good health as well as to have fun. Do you agree or</b>

<i><b>disagree? I partly agree with the statement that as a student, it’s</b></i>

<i>important to stay active to maintain good health as well as to have fun. Iwill explain the reasons. First things first, it helps me reduce stress aftera long hard working day and keep my body in a good shape. Secondly, itprovides me with a golden opportunity to broaden my social circles whenI take part in a sports club. Many sports require us to play in a group, sothat I will have more chances to make friends and communicate withother people. In conclusion, if you do not play sports, you can get ill</i>

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<i>easily and feel bored. It’s important to stay active to maintain goodhealth as well as to have fun.</i>

<i>During the peak time, the buses are often overcrowded and thepassengers must stand for a long time. It is annoying</i>

<b>If you were going to have a vacation, what means of transportationwould you use to reach the destination?</b>

<i>If I were going to have a vacation, I would search for the distance. Sothat I can make the best choice of transportation I will use during thetrips. Here are some means of transportation I often choose to reach thedestination.</i>

<i>The first one is motorbike. Motorbikes give us freedom and flexibility,allowing riders to move more easily and explore roads that may not beaccessible by larger vehicles. I can travel on any kind of road andchange my schedule easily. I can feel the air around you while travelingand be closer to nature. However, it is not suitable for a long-distancetrip.</i>

<i>The second choice is traveling by train. If I travel a long-distance trip, Iwill choose the train as my main means of transportation to reach thedestination. Because it is affordable and comfortable. Low-incomepeople can get a train ticket easily. You don’t need to take many stepsbefore your trip as traveling by plane.</i>

<b>TOPIC: ENGLISH AND LANGUAGE LEARNINGListening and Speaking</b>

68.What do you do in your free time?

68.Do you like studying any foreign language?

<i>Yes, I like studying english. Because:</i>

<i> It gives me benefits, for example I get more job opportunities</i>

<i> Secondly, I can expand my knowledge about different countries in theworld.</i>

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<i> Communicate with my friends.</i>

70. <i>What motivated you to start learning English? It is the mostpopular language in the world so I should try to learn English.</i>

70. <i>How do you feel when using English in real-life situations? Ithink it’s quite difficult when I have to use grammar and vocabularycorrectly to communicate English in both school and workplace.Besides, there is a lot of vocabulary and a variety of meanings that Icannot remember all of them.</i>

70. What are your biggest challenges in learning English?

70. How do you practice and improve your English speaking skills?

<i>I think there are many ways to improve my English speaking skills, for</i>

 <i>Finally, I can Listen and repeat the language</i>

 <i>Read English book to gain more vocabulary</i>

74. Do you enjoy watching movies or TV shows in English? Why or why not?

74. What strategies do you find helpful for expanding your vocabulary?

74. Have you ever used language exchange (trao đổi ngôn ngữ) programs to practice English? Share your experience.

74. What are some effective ways to overcome the fear of making mistakes in English?

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74. How do you incorporate (kết hợp) English into your daily routine?

74. What role does pronunciation play in effective English communication?

74. Are there any English idioms (thành ngữ) or expressions (expression) that you find interesting or confusing? Discuss.

74. How do you stay motivated and persistent (kiên trì) in your English learning journey?

74. What are some resources or tools you use to enhance (nâng cao) your English skills (e.g., websites, apps, etc.)?

74. Have you had any memorable experiences while practicing English with native speakers? Share one.

74. How do you balance grammar and fluency in your English learning?

74. Are there any cultural aspects or customs associated with English that you find intriguing?

74. How do you approach learning English grammar effectively? 74. What strategies do you find helpful for improving your reading

and writing skills in English? Sample article

74. Are there any specific English accents or dialects that you aspire to understand better?

<b>D. DISCUSSION</b>

Learning English is difficult. Do you agree or disagree? Why?

<i><small>-</small>I think that learning any language can be challenging, and Englishis no exception. One of the challenges with English is its complexgrammar and pronunciation, but there are many resourcesavailable to help learners with these aspects of the language.Additionally, as English is widely used around the world, there are</i>

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<i>many opportunities to practice and improve one's skills. Assomeone who has learned English as a second language myself, Ican say that if you’re dedicated and consistently practice it, it isdefinitely achievable.</i>

<i><small>-</small>I disagree that Learning English is difficult for.. main reasons.Firstly, a person's motivation and interest in learning English canimpact their learning process. If you love the language, you willspend more time and feel more enjoyable. Secondly, English has arange of quality language-learning resources, such as textbooks,online courses and applications that can greatly help the learningprocess. In summary, while learning English may challenge someindividuals, it does not mean "difficult" for everyone. With the rightresources, and mindset, learners can overcome all the challengesin learning English.</i>

<i><b>Do you think studying English is important?Why? I think it is</b></i>

<i>important to learn English for some reasons. Firstly, English is aninternational language so people can communicate and travel all overthe world easily. Secondly, learning English will help you increase yourmemory and make your brain strong. Thirdly, being good at English canincrease your chances of getting a good job in a multinational companywithin your home country or working abroad. We can study with theInternet. For example, we can chat with foreign friends and findinformation. To sum up, learning English is very necessary for everyone,especially young people. We must try to learn good English because it isone of the most difficult languages.</i>

<i>Children should learn English at an early age? I agree that childrenshould learn English at an early age, but the important thing is thesuitable teaching method for children. When children are young, weshould only let them get used to english. Once children have mastered</i>

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<i>their mother language and basic language skills, this is a good time tolearn. Parents should choose a center with good teaching quality and lettheir children learn with the learning by play method.</i>

<b>TOPIC: TECHNOLOGY AND THE INTERNETListening and Speaking</b>

<b>E. Social Interaction</b>

<i>89. Do you often use the Internet? Yes, every day. I use the Internet forschool research, emails and news. Thanks to the Internet, I haveknowledge at my fingertips.</i>

<i>89. What do you use the Internet for? I also use the Internet to keep in touchwith my family members when I am far from home. I use it for manythings: Checking my emails, chatting with my friends, going on Youtubeand watching videos, playing games online, searching for photos andother stuff like that.</i>

<i>89. How did you learn how to use the Internet? I often learn from my familymembers and friends. When I was 12, I didn't have e-mail. My sisterhelped me to create one. It opened my mind about the internet. At school,my friends keep telling me about different websites to search for thelectures that help me in the learning process so much. </i>

<i>89. How do you go onto the Internet? I like to go out and use the Internet soI don't feel like I am being lazy. When I go to a coffee shop or arestaurant, I usually ask the waitress for the password of wifi. If I can'tgo to a cafe, I just connect to the web at home.</i>

<i>89. What are the good and bad points about the Internet? A good point isthat there is a lot of free information. I can easily stay-up-to-date with allthat is happening in the world today. A bad point is that it is sometimeshard to distinguish between what is fact and what is opinion. One mustmake sure that the information he or she is receiving is from a reliablesource.</i>

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<i>89. Do you think the use of the Internet needs to be controlled? Yes, I do.Some people use the Internet to do evil things. There are hackers thatbreak into people's computers by using the Internet and steal privateinformation. Hackers also like to break into government or business sitesto disrupt their operations.</i>

<i>89. What do you usually do on the internet? I do a lot of things on theInternet. I usually use it to read news headlines. I also use it for checkingmy emails, chatting with my friends and playing games online at times.89. Do you think you use the internet too much? Yes, I do. I think I use the</i>

<i>internet most of the day. There are many jobs that need Internet accesssuch as learning online and searching information.</i>

<i>89.Do people in your country use the Internet a lot? Yes, they do. Eachhouse has wifi to connect to the internet. In any destination, there arepeople holding smartphones to connect to the network. They often use theinternet for entertainment, adapting news. </i>

<i>89.How has the Internet changed the way we work? The Internet haschanged the way we work a lot. One of the biggest impacts of the Interneton work is the development of remote work. Many jobs can now beperformed from anywhere with an internet connection. It leads to greaterflexibility for workers, reduced commuting times.</i>

<i>89.What impacts does the internet have on schools? The Internet hasprovided students with a wide range of knowledge. Online databases,digital libraries, and educational websites offer resources for every topic.The Internet has expanded learning opportunities by online courses,educational videos, and allows students to connect with educationalcontent.</i>

<i>89.What can people do with the Internet in the future? And how? I have notimagined it yet. I think there won't be much change. But the technology isincreasingly developing. With high-speed internet connectivity, remote</i>

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<i>work will become even more common. It may also lead to HealthcareInnovations. People can access healthcare services and monitor healtheasily. </i>

89.How important is the Internet to you?

89. <i>How often do you use the Internet? Everyday, about 3 hours a day,mostly for my study, research and entertainment.</i>

89.How many hours a day do you use the Internet?

89. <i>What do you often use the Internet for? I often use the Internet forstudying, chatting with my friends, keeping in touch with family membersand relaxing.</i>

89. <i>When did you first use the Internet? When I was 8 years old. At that timeI had a site game with my friends. </i>

<i>89.Could you live without the Internet? No, I can’t live without the internetbecause it’s an important part of my life. I do everything on the internet:studying, relaxing and keeping in touch with other people.</i>

89. <i>Is the Internet dangerous? Yes, I think the Internet is dangerous in someways. It’s harmful to the user's health. If you use the internet too much, itwill be harmful to your eyes. It is also easy to lose personal information ordata or some children can be bullied on social networking sites.</i>

89. <i>What kind of technology do you think will replace the Internet? I have noidea about the kind of technology which will replace the Internet in thefuture because the Internet is very useful nowaday. So I think nothing canreplace the Internet.</i>

<i>89.What annoys you about the Internet? There are too many advertisementswhich usually interrupt my use of the Internet. Besides, the poorconnection sometimes makes me annoyed.</i>

<i>89.Are you addicted to the Internet? Yes, I think I am addicted to theInternet. Because it’s an important part of my life. I can’t live without it.</i>

89. <i>What are your favorite social networking sites? Youtube</i>

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89. <i>Is technology a good or a bad thing? I think technology is a good thing,helping people work effectively.</i>

89. <i>What new technology couldn’t you live without? Smartphone</i>

89. <i> Do you like using technology to learn? Convenient, fast, affordable</i>

89. <i>How often do you use your mobile? I use my mobile phone most of thetime a day. I use it to make phone calls. </i>

89. <i> What cell phone functions are important to you? I think the basicfunctions of a cell phone are important to me: phone call, text message orcamera. I can keep in touch with family and friends and take good photoswith my phone.</i>

89. Are there any features on your cell phone you don’t need?

89. <i>How often do you turn your mobile phone off? I have a habit ofswitching my mobile phone off before going to bed. I do that to have a goodsleep and I turn on the phone when I get up in the morning. </i>

89. <i>What is your favorite brand of mobile phone? My favorite brand ofmobile phone is Samsung. It is a popular brand in Vietnam. The appearanceof the phone is nice and light and the functions are efficient. </i>

89. <i> How do you feel if you leave the house without your cell phone? I feelbored and a little bit nervous. Because I have no way of knowing if anyone iscalling or texting me.</i>

89. Can you remember your first mobile phone? 89. Do young people use mobile phones too much?

89. From what age do you think children should have a mobile phone?

<b>F. Topic Discussion</b>

<i><b>1. In your opinion, which subjects are suitable to study online? In my</b></i>

<i>opinion, most subjects are suitable to study online. English is one example. Youcan study and interact with teachers and friends via video calls or messages orany other online educational platforms. </i>

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<i><b>2. Is it possible to teach and study all subjects online? No, I think it's not. In</b></i>

<i>my opinion, most subjects are suitable to study online. English is one example.However, with some subjects which require physical locations and equipment topractice and do experiments like sports or physical education, we cannot studythem from a distance.</i>

<i><b>3. Which do you prefer, studying online or offline? I prefer studying online.</b></i>

<i>Because it is convenient and flexible, you can study at any time, anywhere withinternet connection. It also allows me to save expenses such as travel costs.</i>

<i><b>4. Do you think law/English is suitable to study online? In my opinion, law is</b></i>

<i>suitable to study online. Law is mostly related to documents so we can researchresources on the internet. Online law programs often offer flexibility inschedule. This can be an advantage for people who are working full-time orneed to manage other responsibilities alongside their studies.</i>

<i>English is suitable to study online because it is an interactive subject. Teachersand students can communicate and practice skills with computers or text/voicemessages.</i>

<i><b>5. Schools should ban mobile phones. Do you agree or disagree? Why? I</b></i>

<i>disagree with this opinion for several reasons. Firstly, mobile phones helpstudents keep in touch with their friends and family in case of emergencysituations. Secondly, mobile phones can support students’ studies. They caneasily search for the information with their smartphones. Thirdly, mobilephones are cheaper and smaller than a laptop or a computer. Therefore, evenpoor students can afford a mobile for their lives and studies. Anyway, I supposethat the use of mobile phones at schools should be controlled so that it cannotdisturb the studies of the students.</i>

<b>6. Children shouldn’t be allowed to use mobile phones early. Do youagree or disagree? Why?</b>

Agree:

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<i> Children are too young to know about mobile phones/ technology =>parents must teach them how to use them.</i>

<i> There are a lot of dangerous things on mobile phones: violent games,adult documents. They can be harmed by dangers from mobile phonesand the internet. They can be cheated or threatened by bad guys incyberspace.</i>

<i> Children easily get addicted to the mobile phone, then they cannotconcentrate on their studies.</i>

<i> Mobile phones help children in their online study. Parents can contact their children easily.</i>

<i> Phone or electronic devices can help children keep updated with themodern world.</i>

<b>7. The Internet has changed the world. Do you agree or disagree?Why?</b>

<i> The Internet helps people learn and work easily. Example: send mailquickly, faster than traditional mode, easy to search for informationrather than go to a bookstore or library.</i>

<i> The Internet brings people closer. Example: send messages, videocalls instead of face-to face meeting.</i>

<i> The internet makes the world more and more developed.</i>

<b>8. Young people are dependent on the internet and technology toomuch. Do you agree or disagree? Why?</b>

<i>I agree. There are many advantages to using smartphones and theinternet. First is, now people are busy in their daily work or job, so theydo not have free time to go shopping, or go-to restaurants for food.Therefore many services and applications like Google pay, internetbanking to fill the bills, many shopping applications like Shopee and</i>

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